'Dan Comic' - Fair Trade Ivory Coast Wood Mask

World Menagerie Adoo Fair Trade African Wood Monkey Mask Wall Décor in Black/Orange | 13.5 H x 1.8 W in | Wayfair 232387

This simple but striking mask is the original design of Ghana's Anna Yawson. The elongated monkey face is hand-carved from native sese wood and painted in black and bold orange. Adoo means "monkey" in a dialect spoken by the Ga tribe of Ghana. | World... ... more

World Menagerie Brave & Strong Handmade Ivory Coast Wood Mask Wall Decor in Brown | 17.3 H x 5 W in | Wayfair 78291

This face of solemn expression bears on its head the image of an elephant. For the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire, this mask signifies strength and bravery. Guro masks are emblems of the spirits living in the underworld, which they worship and celebrate... ... more

Bungalow Rose Hand-Crafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask Wall Decor in Brown | 18.5 H x 7 W x 2.8 D in | Wayfair 12691468E6C14C19B150DF1F55940284

To the Yaure people of Cote d'Ivoire this mask symbolizes togetherness. Carved of sese wood, a face of solemn features is crowned with the image of two birds face-to-face. Salihu Ibrahim crafts this replica by hand, and as the birds' beaks come into... ... more

Novica Handmade Senufo Harvest African Wood Mask

This intriguing mask is inspired by the celebratory harvest masks created by the Senufo people of the Ivory Coast. ... more

Novica Handmade Baule Style African Wood Mask

Inspired by the art of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, Ghana's Daniel Quarcoo creates this stunning African mask. ... more

Novica Handmade Yaure Ii African Wood Mask

Decorated with birds on the head and nose, this mask faithfully replicates of legendary artistry of the Yaure masks from Ivory Coast. ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Good Tidings' - Fair Trade African Wood Mask

Lavish texture and color distinguish this joyous mask designed by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. The eyes take the shape of cowry shells once used as currency in West Africa. Adorned with aluminum repousse it typifies masks presented by the mother of the bride... ... more

Ashanti wood mask, 'Come By Love' - Fair Trade Ashanti Tribe Wood Mask

For the Ashanti people of Ghana actions do in fact speak louder than words. They suggest presenting this bright mask to the person one is interested in as a first and loving gesture. The mask is known as Odobra which means loved one or come love.... ... more

African wood mask, 'Companionship' - Fair Trade Wood Mask

Sharing facial features a black and yellow mask symbolizes unity among races in the art of Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng. I designed this mask as a symbol of the harmony that could exist between people of different origins. It is to inspire loyalty and... ... more

'Woman's War Spirit' - Fair Trade Ivoirian Wood Mask

Hand-carved by Salihu Ibrahim a bold personage represents a female spirit of war. Carved from sese wood this rugged African mask comes from the Dan people who inhabit the mountainous regions of the Ivory Coast. It is thought to protect warriors in battle. ... more

Ivorian wood mask, 'Baule Prince' - Ivory Coast Wood Mask

This mask may only be worn by the Baule prince of Cote d'Ivoire during harvest celebrations. Salihu Ibrahim honors legendary traditions with a hand-carved sese wood mask. ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Togetherness' - Handcrafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

To the Yaure people of Cote d'Ivoire this mask symbolizes togetherness. Carved of sese wood a face of solemn features is crowned with the image of two birds face-to-face. Salihu Ibrahim crafts this replica by hand and as the birds' beaks come into... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Flying Spirit' - Unique Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Crowned with double horns this mask by Salihu Ibrahim depicts a bird that represents a flying spirit. The design comes from the Bwa tribe of Cote d'Ivoire and these spirits are portrayed with geometric shapes as they have no physical form. Bright color... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Compassion and Bravery' - Ivory Coast Wood Mask

This noble mask is adorned with the horns of a ram and a bird leaning forward. For the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire this mask symbolizes bravery and compassion. Salihu Ibrahim replicates the artistic traditions of the Guro people who include animal... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Yoari Moon' - Handcrafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Crowned by a crescent moon this cheerful mask comes from Cote d'Ivoire. Salihu Ibrahim carves the piece by hand of native African sese wood eliciting rich textures from its grain and adding applications of white clay for contrast. Such masks are used... ... more

'Heart Fortunes' - Fair Trade Nigerian Wood Mask

Salihu Ibrahim crafts an impressive mask in the tradition of Nigeria?Æs Hausa people. Known as Zuchiya ( Heart ) the mask is believed to bring good fortune to those who live in the household where it hangs. Zuchiya is carved from sese wood and adorned... ... more

'Bobo Boar' - Fair Trade Burkina Faso Wood Mask

A single horn falls from the forehead of this fanciful creature superbly carved from sese wood. It represents a boar. Evans Doe Martey recreates a mask from the Bobo people of Burkina Faso. ... more

'Spirit World Protection' - Fair Trade African Wood Mask

Deep red eyes seem all-seeing their color blazing against narrow cheeks beneath a forehead heavy with repousse. The elegant mask takes its white tones from applications of clay. This mask is used during the Nkyidwo festival by the Essumeja people in... ... more

'Protection and Blessings' - Fair Trade Ivoirian Wood Mask

Crowned with the image of a crested bird this mask symbolizes protection and blessings. Salihu Ibrahim carves the sese wood mask in the artistic tradition of the Guro tribe from Cote d'Ivoire. Noted for their zoomorphic features the masks were believed... ... more

'Bwa Butterfly Bird' - Fair Trade Burkina Faso Wood Mask

Representing a nature spirit among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso this elegant mask takes the shape of a butterfly. However art historian Christopher D. Roy reports that elders of the Kambi clan in Dossi refer to these long-nosed butterfly masks as... ... more

Ivory Coast wood mask, 'Bridal Protection' - African Carved Mask

Salihu Ibrahim creates an impressive replica of the bridal mask worn by the Mandey people from Cote d'Ivoire. It is worn to ensure the newlyweds will have children. They believe that by keeping their faces hidden during the marriage ceremony they are... ... more

African wood mask, 'Egyptian Pharoah' - Fair Trade African Wood Mask

Inspired by Exodus 1:15 of the Holy Bible Victor Addo Biney designs this mask to personify the Pharaoh of Egypt who wanted all the sons born to Hebrews to be killed. Yet it was his daughter who saved the babe that came to be known as Moses (Exodus 2).... ... more

'Brave and Strong' - Handmade Ivory Coast Wood Mask

This face of solemn expression bears on its head the image of an elephant. For the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire this mask signifies strength and bravery. Guro masks are emblems of the spirits living in the underworld which they worship and celebrate... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule Plea for Rain' - African Wood Mask

Red as blood and just as vital a teardrop represents life-giving rain. This handsome mask by Godfred France performs an essential role among the Baule people of the Ivory Coast. It is used when they are planting their crops to ask the gods for more... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Queen Aura Poka' - Hand Carved Ivoirian Wood Mask

By Kobina Asmah this beautiful mask depicts a beloved African queen of the Baule people. This is the queen mother Aura Poka. Because of dissension in the Ashanti kingdom she moved her people to present day Ivory Coast the artisan explains. Carved by... ... more

Bedu Masks,'Wood African Mask Ornaments Crafted in Ghana (Set of 3)'

With this set of three ornaments, Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor pays homage to the bedu mask, which is used by the Nafana tribe of the Ivory coast for attracting good omens. Each ornament is hand-carved from ofram wood and given a painted,... ... more

Sanufu Horns,'Embossed Brass and Wood African Mask'

Working with native sese wood and brass plate, Ghanaian artisan Saeed Musah creates this original mask. The horned mask is inspired by those of the Sanufu peoples in Ivory Coast. ... more

'Firespitter' - African Senufo Style Hand Carved Wood Mask

The Kponyugo mask sometimes known as the firespitter mask is an important ceremonial mask for the Senufo people of Mali the Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso. Its fierce appearance is intended to elicit uncertainty and apprehension and it is commonly used... ... more

Baule Style,'Baule-Inspired African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by the art of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, Ghana's Daniel Quarcoo creates this stunning African mask. Crafted from sese wood and finished in hues of dark brown, russet, and yellow, this mask is accented with pieces of aluminum and... ... more

Senufo Harvest,'Hand Carved Sese Wood African Mask'

This intriguing mask is inspired by the celebratory harvest masks created by the Senufo people of the Ivory Coast. Crafted from local sese wood by West African artisan Sinclair Yao Daley, the mask is painted in black and cream, and features a stunning... ... more

'Handcrafted Sese Wood Baule-Style African Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Christopher Nyasafo hand-carves this African mask from sese wood to depict a face painted brown. He works in the style of traditional Baule masks, representing a subgroup of the Akan people in the Ivory Coast. Depicting a man and a... ... more

African wood and jute mask, 'Baule Gbekre I'

For the Baule one of the largest ethnic groups in the Ivory Coast masks serve as an important connection to the spiritual world. Salihu Ibrahim of Ghana creates this Baule-style monkey mask hand-carved of sese wood and replete with a mane of jute... ... more

Gold Baule,'African Wood Baule-Inspired Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by the masks of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, Ghana's Godfred France designs this striking wall mask. Hand-carved of sese wood, this mask depicts a face with a parted haircut and triangle motifs around the neck. Brass accents decorate... ... more

'Black and Gold African Wood Baule-Inspired Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by the masks of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, Ghana's Godfred France designs this striking wall mask. Hand-carved of sese wood, this mask depicts a black face with a curved haircut and a pointed beard. Brass accents decorate the cheeks... ... more

African beaded wood mask, 'Landa'

Kobina Asmah handcrafts this spectacular mask a loyal replica of the Landa mask. The mask is named after the celebrated chief of the Toma people who live in southeastern Guinea bordering Ivory Coast Liberia and Sierra Leone. The Landa mask is believed... ... more

Bearded Baule,'Sese Wood and Raffia African Replica Mask from Ghana'

This African mask is representative of one worn by the Ivory Coast's Baule people during harvest festivals and in the event of the death of a king. Ghana's Emmanuel Opoku Asante hand-carves the mask of sese wood, adding a large beard of jute fiber. He... ... more

Guro,'Artisan Crafted African Sese Wood Mask'

This stunning mask is the creation of Ghana's Emmanuel Austin Ankude, who names his design in honor of the Guro people from the Ivory Coast. The West African artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, sands the surface smooth, then paints the... ... more